Wisløffs Dogmehistorie 14 Lærestrider og de gode gjerningene
May 14, 2021
Dive into the fascinating world of Lutheran doctrinal conflicts! The discussion touches on the split between Philippists and Gnesio-Lutherans and their significant disagreements. Key historical events like the Magdeburg Resistance and the Peace of Augsburg reveal the political fallout of these theological battles. Wisløff explores the contentious antinomian controversy, the debate over the law's uses, and the impact of predestination on Reformation thought. It's a captivating analysis of faith, governance, and the quest for theological clarity!
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Magdeburg And The Birth Of Factions
- Carl Fredrik Wisløff recounts the Magdeburg resistance and the formation of Philippists and Gnesio-Lutherans after Melanchthon's compromises.
- He uses this episode to show how theological compromise produced lasting party divisions in Lutheranism.
Melanchthon's Leadership Shifted Lutheranism
- The Interim revealed Melanchthon as a party leader in a way Luther never was.
- This shift changed Lutheranism from a unified movement into competing factions.
Interim Blurred Justification And Sanctification
- The Interim blurred justification with sanctification by treating justification as moral renewal.
- Wisløff argues this theological mixing sparked prolonged disputes.
